Radiating Ripple Stitch Pattern Video

The Radiating Ripple Stitch Pattern Video by Marly Bird uses a shortened version of the stitch pattern used in the Radiating Ripple Throw (free pattern on RedHeart.com)

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To follow along with the swatch in the video, use the instructions below.

Materials in the video:

Yarn:RED HEART® With Love®

Hook: Size I/9 (5.5mm)

Stitch Markers: any removable stitch markers will work

Yarn Needle: Bent Tip Steel Yarn Needle

Special Stitches

dc3tog: *Yo hook, insert hook in next ch/st , yo hook, pull up a loop, yo hook and draw through 2 loops; repeat from * twice more, 4 loops on hook, yo hook and draw through all loops.

PATTERN

Ch 36, place a marker in the last chain (not the one on your hook)

Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook (the skipped 3 chains count as a dc now and throughout), dc in next 6 ch’s, dc3tog (see special stitches), dc in next 6 ch’s, 3 dc in next ch, dc in next 6 ch’s, dc3tog, dc in next 6 ch’s, 2 dc in last ch, ch 3, place a marker in the last chain, turn –33 sts.

Remember that the dc3tog count as only 1 stitch

Row 2: Dc in first dc and in next 6 dc’s, dc3tog, dc in next 6 dc’s, 3 dc in next dc, dc in next 6 dc’s, dc3tog, dc in next 6 dc’s, 2 dc in last st (this is the marked chain), ch 3, place marker in the last chain, turn.

Repeat row 2 to desired length.

Changing Colors–if you want to change colors simple use the new color on the last yo and draw through 2 of the last dc of the row before you want to use the new color.  If you want more instruction on changing color here is another video dedicated to showing you how to change colors if you have questions.

Remember do NOT crochet over your tails! Take the time to weave in your ends with a bent tip tapestry needle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What yarn and hook do I need for the swatch in the video?

So here’s the thing… for the swatch in the video, you’ll want to grab some RED HEART® With Love® yarn and a Size I/9 (5.5mm) crochet hook. Don’t forget your stitch markers and a bent tip yarn needle!

How do I do that dc3tog stitch?

Honestly… the dc3tog is a bit of a cluster stitch. You’ll yarn over, insert your hook, pull up a loop, yarn over, and draw through 2 loops. You do that three times, and then yarn over and draw through all four loops on your hook. It creates a nice little textured V shape!

Can I change colors with this pattern?

Yes! It’s super easy to change colors. Just use your new color on the last yarn over and draw through 2 of the last double crochet of the row before you want to switch. There’s even a video linked in the post if you want to see it in action!

I want to make a baby blanket… how many chains do I start with?

Oh, that’s a great question! For a baby blanket using this ripple pattern, you’ll want to chain in multiples of 16, plus 4. That should give you a nice size for a little one!

What’s the difference between this and the full Radiating Ripple Throw pattern?

Well, this pattern is just a shortened version used for practicing the stitch in the video. The full Radiating Ripple Throw is a free pattern available over on RedHeart.com, so you can make a whole cozy blanket!